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Bro Nick Druce: The Man behind the Apron
Bro. Druce with his 11 year old dog Charlie Square and compass are the symbols of the oldest society spread around the world but in talking about Bro Nick Druce – Webmaster of Manchester City East – we should consider those tools as part of his square...
Felicity Lodge raises 4 Brothers in a single day
Attending a Masonic Raising ceremony is a profound and memorable experience, steeped in tradition, symbolism, and camaraderie. This sacred event marks the transition of a Fellowcraft, elevating him to a Master Mason, and is conducted with a solemnity that underscores...
W. Bro Philip Titterton: The man behind the apron
The tracing-board (one of the three immovable jewels in Freemasonry) is a map where we can design, as we progress in Freemasonry and in life, our future. In talking about W. Bro Philip Titterton (Pip), I thought this was the most accurate example for this...
Irwell Valley Lodge celebrated 60 years in Freemasonry for Alan Baldwin.
On Monday, the 3rd of June 2024, Irwell Valley Lodge celebrated 60 years in Freemasonry for Alan Baldwin. It was a busy morning at Salford Masonic Hall. Everyone was getting into their positions, as Ian MacNeill took the chair and opened the Lodge in due form....
A Very Special Night for the City East APGM – WBro Paul O’Carroll
The historic Manchester Hall was adorned with anticipation and reverence in the heart of Manchester. With its opulent decor and timeless architecture, the grand hall set the perfect stage for a significant event in the Masonic calendar: the installation meeting of the...
WBro Brian Wilson The man behind the apron
WBro Brian Wilson is the Prov Grand Organist, and he also plays the organ for a number of lodges throughout the Area. As with everyone else, Brian has a story and through this interview we tried to unveil the man behind the apron. When asked why he joined...
Ain’t half hot mum cast – Ex Officers play POWs
Two City East Freemasons assisted the Western Area Joint Convocation at UNANIMITY CHAPTER No 42 at Bury. Flying Officer W.Bro Dave GREEN of East Lancs Centurion Lodge and W.Bro Captain Ed BEAMAN of the same Lodge played the roles of POWS at the event. Ed and Dave are...
City East Masons Climb Snowdon for the 2026 Festival
On Saturday 18th May 2024.6 City East masons climbed Mount Snowdon to raise money for the 2026 Festival. They began at 5 45 in the morning from the Snowdon Railway centre. They were W. Bro Mark DAVIS St Thomas Lodge W.Bro Tom Daniels Skakspeare Lodge & City East...
A Special Day for the Right Worshipful Provincial Grand Master, Robert Frankl.
On Friday the 10th of May, Right Worshipful Brother Robert Frankl was Installed as the Worshipful Master of his own lodge, Lodge of Fortitude no.64, at Manchester Hall. Adding to the grandeur of this occasion, the brethren were honoured to have Most Worshipful Brother...
Hemsley House hosted the learning session for young Freemason
The MLC in action On Saturday the 11th of May, at Hemsley House, Salford, the Manchester Level Club (MLC), together with the Area Mentor, W Bro Titterton, hosted the Learning Sessiondesigned to help both new and inexperienced Brethren understand into the...
Back-to-back passings
Lodge of Union n.268 Over the last few months The Lodge of Union No 268, in Ashton Under Lyne, has held back-to-back 2nd degree or passing ceremonies. While a lot is said about the importance of the initiation and raising ceremonies, the Lodge of Union, consecrated...
Cracking Good Food and Manchester Level Club: The Brotherhood of helping the one in need
Cracking Good Food are a small social enterprise based in Stockport, they work to alleviate hunger and increase food security in Greater Manchester to help many disadvantaged families in the area with free kitchen equipment. Last year members of Manchester Level Club...
W Bro Fraser Mullins: The Man behind the Apron
In talking about Fraser Mullins we need to compare him to the Rough and the perfect ashlar. Many people when looking at an ashlar would see only a stone, with its shape and edges. A Freemason, instead, would see something far deeper than that. He would see the stage...
Broken Columns: Helmsley House welcome the Widows for a day to remember
The Annual Broken Column Lunch for the Manchester Masons Widows was held on Sunday, the 21st of April 2024, at Helmsley House, Salford. This event is the way Freemasons use to remember the widows of departed brethren .This tradition started in America during the Civil...
Caledonian Lodge Triple Passing Wednesday 10th April 2024
Caledonian Lodge undertook a triple passing ceremony. To achieve this they reached out to the Manchester Level Club to assist with the ceremony. Every ceremony is special. The atmosphere, the rituals, the Brethren involved and the work behind the scenes. The work put...
Scaling Snowdon for a Cause: Felicity Lodge 4365’s Charity Ramble
Nestled amidst the breathtaking peaks of Snowdonia National Park, an adventure is brewing, courtesy of Felicity Lodge 4365. With a heart as vast as the Welsh valleys, they're embarking on a ramble up Snowdon! Not just for the thrill of conquering the summit but for a...
Gloves of Compassion – A Fight For The Festival 2026
In a heart-warming display of solidarity and goodwill, two Manchester Masons Thomas Daniel & Elliot Jervis put their friendship aside, laced up the leather and entered the squared circle in one of humankind’s oldest sports, to help raise some funds for the 2026...
Man behind the apron: Ed Beaman, the man, the Mason, the husband
The man behind the apron is someone we barely see when we think or talk about Freemasons. It is something far deeper than just wearing regalia. Every Freemason has a story to tell and now that Freemasonry within society is more open it is time to tell the story. The...